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Understanding Selective Mutism in Children by ancadiana is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Children with selective mutism experience extreme anxiety speaking in certain social situations, most often at school, despite speaking comfortably in other settings like home. They may exhibit signs of anxiety like blank expressions or difficulty making eye contact. Administering a phonics screening check could increase anxiety levels too much. Alternative assessment methods may include testing at home with a parent or allowing a speech therapist to test outside school. The goal is to reduce overall anxiet
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- ancadiana
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- EN